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Understanding Development Studies

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What is the primary focus of 'Development Studies' as mentioned in the text?

Analyzing the power of framing and language in shaping views of the world

Understanding the intellectual roots and changing nature of 'Development Studies' (correct)

Investigating the contested set of ideas related to development

Exploring the impact of cultural genocide on indigenous communities

What is emphasized as needing to be 'Decolonized' in 'Development Studies'?

The conventional wisdoms in development thinking (correct)

The impact of cultural genocide on indigenous communities

The contested set of ideas related to development

The power of framing and language

According to the text, what shapes the way we think of the 'solution' to a problem?

The contested set of ideas related to development

The power of language and other devices

How we frame a problem (correct)

The changing nature of 'Development Studies'

What does the Guardian article linked in the text primarily discuss?

<p>'Cultural genocide' and Canada's residential schools</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which book is suggested for reading in relation to 'Development Studies'?

<p>'A Radical History of Development Studies: Individuals, Institutions and Ideologies (2nd edition)' by U. Kothari</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Primary Focus of Development Studies

Development Studies primarily focuses on understanding and addressing global inequalities and challenges related to poverty, hunger, inequality, and lack of access to resources.

Decolonization in Development Studies

The field of Development Studies needs to be decolonized, meaning the Eurocentric perspectives and assumptions that dominate the field should be critically examined and challenged.

Shaping Problem Solutions

The way we perceive and approach problems in Development Studies is influenced by our understanding of the world and the power dynamics that shape it.

Guardian Article

The Guardian article linked in the text discusses the impact of colonialism on development and how it continues to shape current global inequalities.

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Explore the intellectual roots and evolving nature of development studies through this quiz. Delve into the broad concepts and changing dynamics of development through the lens of social, economic, and political aspects.